Blackberry Cobbler

 

Blackberry Cobbler

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon grated lime peel
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  SOUR CREAM PASTRY:
• 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
• 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 7 tablespoons cold butter, divided
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

Directions

• Place the blackberries in a large bowl. Combine the sugar, cornstarch and lime peel; sprinkle over berries and gently toss to coat. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking dish.
• In a large bowl, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda; cut in 5 tablespoons butter until crumbly. Combine sour cream and heavy cream; gradually add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until mixture forms a ball.
• Roll out to fit top of baking dish; place pastry over filling. Trim and seal edges; cut slits in top. Melt remaining butter; brush over pastry. Sprinkle with remaining sugar.

Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 30 minutes. Cover and bake 15-20 minutes longer or until filling is bubbly and crust is golden brown. Cool for 15 minutes before serving.